New York City

Published November 10, 2015

Fit Recipe: Healthy Chip Alternatives

Snacking doesn’t have to be a guilty pleasure, it can actually be extremely beneficial to your health and FHITness goals. Whether you are mindlessly watching TV or strolling the streets of NYC, snacking on these healthy alternatives will boost your energy and leave you satisfied.

Spicy Beet ChipsBeets are low in calories and high in sugar, which make them a great source of energy- especially before a workout.

For a sweeter tasting chip just toss beets with a drizzle of EVOO. The natural sweetness of the beets will take it from there.

Slightly Spicy Baked Sweet Potato ChipsSweet potatoes should be a staple in any FHITness enthusiast diet - especially as a post workout snack. In addition to the fiber and carotenoids it provides, sweet potatoes contain copper which increases the production of connective tissue and therefore will aid in the maintenance of muscle repair.

1. Preheat oven to 4002. Separate each leaf. Slice the core of the brussel sprout in half.3. Lightly coat the leaves in EVOO and spread out on a greased pan.4. Bake for about 10 minutes. Be sure to keep your eye on them- they burn easily.5. While cooling off sprinkle with sea salt and fresh lemon juice.